Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bulldozer
noun
/ˈbʊlˌdoʊ.zɚ/
Definition
A bulldozer is a strong, heavy machine equipped with a broad, flat blade used for moving earth and debris.
Examples
- The construction crew used a bulldozer to clear the site for the new building.
- After the storm, a bulldozer was needed to remove the fallen trees from the road.
- He learned to operate a bulldozer during his summer job.
Meaning
Bulldozers are commonly used in construction and mining to clear and grade land, making them essential for large earthmoving projects.
Synonyms
- Dozer
- Earth mover
- Excavator